Hani

Personal Details :

2012: Debuted as a member of the girl group EXID under AB Entertainment with the single “Whoz That Girl”.
2014: Rose to fame after a fan-taken video of Hani performing “Up & Down” went viral, reviving EXID’s popularity.
2015–2016: Became a popular TV personality, appearing on variety shows like “Weekly Idol”, “Crime Scene”, and “King of Masked Singer”.
2016: Formed EXID’s sub-unit SoljiHani and released the digital single “Only One”.
2017: Participated in EXID’s Japanese debut and continued promotions with the group while focusing more on solo opportunities.
2019: Left Banana Culture Entertainment after contract expiration; remained a member of EXID.
2020–2022: Transitioned into acting under Sublime Artist Agency; starred in dramas such as “XX” and “You Raise Me Up”.
2022: Returned for EXID’s 10th anniversary comeback album X with all members reunited.
2023–2024: Continued acting in web dramas and participating in brand campaigns and variety shows.

Hani was born in Seoul, South Korea, and is known for her intelligence and multilingual abilities—she speaks Korean, English, and Mandarin fluently.
Before her debut with EXID, she trained under JYP Entertainment and was supposed to debut with a girl group that never materialized.
She studied in China for a year, which helped her gain fluency in Mandarin and a global perspective early in her career.
Hani gained attention for her IQ (reported to be 145) and academic skills, especially in science and math.
She is passionate about photography and opened a separate Instagram account dedicated to her creative photography projects.
Known for her warm, down-to-earth personality, Hani often expresses deep care for her fans and EXID members.
She is an advocate for mental health awareness and has openly discussed burnout and recovery in interviews.
Hani has maintained a low-key relationship with psychiatrist Yang Jae Woong, which was publicly confirmed in 2022.
She enjoys reading, yoga, journaling, and spending time with family and friends when not working.
Despite her bold stage persona, she describes herself as introverted and reflective off-stage.

Estimated Net Worth: Approximately $1 million USD (2022), with upper estimates up to $5 million USD; one site even suggests ~$10 million–$21 million based on social media and endorsements (2025).
Main Income Sources: EXID group promotions, sub-unit music, solo activities, acting (web dramas), variety and hosting gigs, brand endorsements, and photography projects.
Acting & Hosting: Roles in web dramas (e.g., *XX*, *How to Be Thirty*) and hosting shows like *Weekly Idol* and *A Style For You* expanded her earnings.
Digital & Endorsements: Revenue from online content, sponsored social posts, and commercial partnerships.

2012: Won the Rookie Award at the Korean Culture & Entertainment Awards and Super Rookie Idol at Arirang’s Simply K‑Pop Awards.
2015: EXID won the Gaon Chart “Discovery of the Year” and the MBC Music Star Award at Melon Music Awards; “Up & Down” achieved multiple music show wins including Inkigayo and Music Bank.
2016: EXID received the Digital Bonsang at the Golden Disc Awards and a Bonsang at Seoul Music Awards.
2017: Hani won the Cable TV Broadcast Station Awards “Star Award” as part of EXID.
2019: Named Variety Idol at the Brand Customer Loyalty Awards.
2021: Nominated for Best New Actress at the Buil Film Awards for *Young Adult Matters*.
2022: Served as corporate managing director for EXID’s group operations upon reunion, highlighting her leadership role.

Hani has an IQ of 145 and was once preparing to study abroad before pursuing a music career.
She’s fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese, having lived and studied in China during her teenage years.
Hani’s viral 2014 “Up & Down” fancam is considered one of the most iconic in K-pop history—it helped EXID skyrocket to fame months after the song’s release.
She was originally a JYP Entertainment trainee and nearly debuted with a different girl group before being dropped.
Outside of music, she is passionate about photography and has a separate Instagram account just for her photos.
Hani is known for her expressive reactions and comedic timing on Korean variety shows like *Weekly Idol* and *Running Man*.
She holds a black belt in Taekwondo and has demonstrated her skills on several TV shows.
Her close friendships extend across the industry—including with Heechul (Super Junior), Jackson Wang (GOT7), and other female idols.
Hani practices yoga and meditation and has spoken publicly about mental health and burnout recovery.
She is in a confirmed relationship with psychiatrist Yang Jae Woong, adding to her image as a thoughtful and grounded celebrity.